Minister Calls for Action Against Illegal Quarries and Liquor Shops in Madurai
Minister asks authorities to take action against illegal quarries, liquor shops
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C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, the Minister for Madurai district, has directed officials to take strict action against illegal quarries, overcharging liquor shops, and vendors selling banned tobacco products. During a consultative meeting, he emphasized the need for detailed project reports on essential infrastructure improvements, including sewage and water supply systems.
- 01The Minister instructed officials to register First Information Reports (FIRs) against illegal quarries and close liquor shops charging above the maximum retail price (MRP).
- 02A total of 19 out of 50 identified retail liquor shops near sensitive areas in Madurai have already been closed.
- 03Recent inspections led to the seizure of vehicles involved in illegal quarrying, with multiple FIRs filed against offenders.
- 04The Excise Department closed a bar for illegal liquor sales and unsafe food preparation practices.
- 05Inspections by the Department of Food Safety resulted in fines totaling ₹1 lakh for shops selling banned tobacco products.
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During a consultative meeting on May 15, 2026, C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, the Minister for Madurai district, urged officials to take decisive action against illegal quarries, overcharging liquor shops, and vendors selling banned tobacco products. He emphasized the need for First Information Reports (FIRs) against illegal quarry operations and mandated the closure of liquor shops that charge above the maximum retail price (MRP). The district administration has already closed 19 out of 50 identified liquor shops located near places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands. Recent operations by the Geology and Mining, Revenue, and Police Departments led to the seizure of several vehicles involved in illegal mining activities, with FIRs filed against the offenders. Additionally, a bar was sealed after officials found illegal liquor sales and unsafe food preparation practices. Inspections targeting banned tobacco products resulted in fines of ₹1 lakh and the temporary closure of three shops. The Minister also requested detailed project reports on essential infrastructure improvements, including underground drainage and drinking water supply systems, to enhance the living conditions in Madurai city.
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These actions aim to improve public safety and health standards in Madurai district, particularly around schools and places of worship.
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